I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 1343: Take Matters into Ones Own Hands

Intense talks buzzed across Qinghe Town, where numerous residents savored the deep ease of dodging a disaster. Though nobody understood the reason behind Miss Chen's unexpected leniency, everyone released a heavy sigh of relief.

They figured a significant incident had likely unfolded in Ye City, prompting this prominent figure to rush away. Either way, it turned out to be a fortunate break for Qinghe Town.

Yet, unbeknownst to them, far off by hundreds of miles, the Black Armored Army pressed on without pause, reaching Ye City in under half a day. As they dismounted outside the City Lord's Manor and she spotted the well-known entrance to her home, Chen Yuxin also heaved a deep sigh of relief.

Her sensation of barely escaping death hit even harder than what the people of Qinghe Town felt!

It wasn't until she got back to Ye City that she truly sensed life returning, as though she had pulled away from the brink of the underworld. Thinking back on the horrors she saw in Qinghe Town filled her with dread. Those images lingered sharply in her thoughts, making her reluctant to stay outdoors even a second more.

She flung her riding whip toward a servant and dashed through the manor entrance with haste.

This vast estate with its many courtyards had been her playground since she was young, but she'd never traversed it with such urgency before. Servants and maids called out greetings along the path, yet she ignored them all.

When she entered the main hall, sweat had already soaked Chen Yuxin through.

Spotting her father in the seat of authority, she appeared to unwind slightly and quickly offered a respectful bow.

From his central position, Ye City's Chen Cangyun smoothed his beard while smiling. Noting the sweat droplets on his daughter's brow, he gave an approving nod.

"Excellent, truly excellent."

"You set out for Qinghe Town and made it back by evening. Your quick and resolute handling echoes how I acted in my youth. As a woman, leading Ye City down the line won't pose any trouble for you."

Gazing at his daughter's bold yet rushed look, Chen Cangyun brimmed with pride.

His reputation echoed far and wide in the area, and his sole sorrow had been lacking a son. But lately, watching his daughter develop into such a skilled leader—rivaling the heirs of other great families—had eased his worries in his later years.

Heading to Qinghe Town to enlist troops was far from simple. It would face plenty of hurdles, entangled with local ties and allegiances. If a typical envoy went, gathering even a thousand recruits would prove tough.

To say nothing of succeeding and returning in mere hours.

This feat alone showed his daughter carried the spirit of a true leader.

As he observed his daughter bowing with respect, Chen Cangyun's gaze gleamed with boundless contentment. He lifted his teacup leisurely, a wave of deep satisfaction flooding him.

But.

Upon catching her father's uncommon commendation, Chen Yuxin dipped her head even further. Terror and unease showed in her eyes as she responded.

"Reporting to Father..."

"I couldn't fulfill the vital duty of recruiting soldiers. I seek your pardon, Father."

Failed?

At those words, Chen Cangyun froze. He placed his teacup down with a puzzled frown, traces of letdown and irritation crossing his gaze.

He examined her intently for a bit.

His daughter remained bowed low, looking utterly on edge. She'd never acted this way, and she had no history of botching a task from the start. These clues suggested something deeply off.

Chen Cangyun held back from scolding right away. He squinted his eyes and inquired,

"What precisely went wrong?"

"A father knows his child best. You've never hesitated or come back empty-handed. Something as minor as enlistment shouldn't have tripped you up. How did this failure happen?"

"Did the insignificant folk of Qinghe Town catch wind of Ye City's coming conflict and choose to rise up against us?"

His powerful, booming tone only drained more color from Chen Yuxin's face.

She picked up on the regret in her father's voice without a doubt. She realized too that her slip-up would harm their war efforts greatly, and this kind of embarrassing mistake blocking their strategy ought to have been avoided...

Still, remembering the sights from Qinghe Town made all else seem trivial!

She answered swiftly, her voice laced with far greater gravity!

"Father!"

"This mission's downfall wasn't from any meddling in Qinghe Town, but from running into an outsider!"

Chen Cangyun's eyes bulged in astonishment, his tone turning much icier.

"An outsider?"

"Just one person halted you in your tracks?!"

Chen Yuxin steeled herself and continued, her words carrying immense reverence.

"Please pardon me, Father."

"That individual is far from commonplace. His presence alone left me frozen in place. Even recalling it now sends pure dread through my core."

"I see myself as somewhat experienced, but I've never felt a presence so fearsome. That overwhelming pressure robbed me of all will to fight back. Even facing your commanding presence, Father..."

Near the finish, Chen Yuxin faltered. After a short pause, she clenched her jaw and pushed forward, ignoring any need to spare her father's dignity.

"You don't even come close to matching that person!"

"I believe that one is a being at the Martial Emperor level!"

Whoosh!

Chen Cangyun snapped his head upward in alarm, his pupils quivering noticeably.

Suddenly.

He went utterly quiet, his mind roiling like stormy seas.

A Martial Emperor...

That stood as a mythic powerhouse! With one flick, they could split peaks and crumble rocks. A Martial Emperor's fury could wipe out a thriving city, turning huge forces into scattered ashes!

Folks might not grasp it, but as a top-tier Martial King, Chen Cangyun knew full well the horror of a Martial Emperor. He appeared just one level below, yet the divide loomed like the gulf between sky and ground.

To imagine such a colossal force hiding in little Qinghe Town!

The news hit like thunder. Even after multiple moments of dazed quiet, Chen Cangyun struggled to accept it. Fixing his stare on his daughter, he pressed again,

"Are you completely sure that person is a Martial Emperor?!"

Chen Yuxin responded at once, laying out every detail she had observed and learned.

"I tell no lies, Father!"

"Though lacking in talent, I've entered the Martial Spirit realm. But in that person's shadow, I couldn't endure his dominating presence. I stood rooted, no better than a tiny insect..."

"Pardon my boldness, but that kind of awe-inspiring force is beyond even you. If he's not a fabled Martial Emperor, then I can't fathom another way to describe it!"

"My inability to gather recruits this time stemmed from total helplessness. I plead for your mercy, Father."

Her anxious request for absolution whispered through the hall, weighing the air with growing tension and gloom.

But at these words, a fierce spark lit Chen Cangyun's eyes, and raw thrill began to light up his features.

"A Martial Emperor..."

"If that's true, then he must be a Martial Emperor without question!"

"Who would've thought a supreme master like that dwells in small Qinghe Town! This is a gift from the heavens! Backed by such a titan, your setback with the soldiers means nothing. Making it back promptly to inform me counts as a huge success on its own!"

She had obviously botched the recruitment.

But in an instant, it flipped to a grand achievement?

At this, Chen Yuxin lifted her gaze in shock, an odd gleam dancing in her eyes.

She ranked as a sharp-minded individual.

After mere moments of thought, she caught the intent behind her father's look and ventured in wonder,

"Father?"

"Do you mean we should ask this Martial Emperor to join our fight?"

Chen Cangyun inclined his head deliberately. Rising to his feet, he linked his arms at his back, an overbearing presence emanating from him.

"Precisely."

"A Martial Emperor secluded in Qinghe Town represents boundless luck for Ye City. Should we convince this grand master to lend his strength, our triumph in the war ahead is guaranteed. Taking over and subduing nearby cities would come without effort!"

"We can't afford to wait. Gather generous presents right away. I'll go myself to Qinghe Town and show my respects to this supreme being!"

His bold words shook Chen Yuxin awake. She marveled at her father's keen insight, though worry over her earlier conduct gnawed at her. She promptly described all she had seen in Qinghe Town, fearing her past moves might doom her father's plan.

As the tale unfolded, the awe in her eyes intensified.

Once she finished, Chen Cangyun stroked his beard assuredly and dismissed her concerns with a steady, commanding gesture.

"No matter."

"Since the master held no grudge, we can still make amends. Your father sits at the Martial King pinnacle, after all. By showing up in person to express our remorse, my position ought to hold value."

"And if he is indeed a vast Martial Emperor, what's the loss in a parent and child calling on him to apologize?"

These assurances let Chen Yuxin exhale at last. With her father taking charge, they'd no doubt secure the expert's favor. Visions of the huge boost Ye City would gain sparked fresh vigor in the lady. She agreed eagerly and rushed to arrange the offerings herself.

Night deepened.

Still, the whole City Lord's Estate sprang to life, filled with a vibrant energy and eager expectation absent for ages.